Importance of PVC Electric Ball Valves

PVC (polyvinyl chloride) electric ball valves are an all-purpose type of valves used to modulate the flow of fluids consisting of liquids and gases in different production processes. They consist of a plastic body, in this case, PVC, and contain a ball with a passage through the centre. By rotating the ball 90 degrees, the valve can be fully opened or closed, and this was an important feature in the design. An electric actuator makes it possible to control the rotation of the ball. 

The PVC electric ball valves have some benefits over other kinds of valves. Here are 7 reasons to consider using a PVC electric ball valve for your application:

1. Tight Seal

The spherical design of the ball enables the apparatus to shut off any fluids since it can only open and close. This sealing has high consistency and maintains leak-tight over thousands of cycles, thus allowing for high on/off control. Temperature resistance and chemical compatibility are also realized by the PVC body.

2. Fast Actuation

Electric actuation is used to open and close the ball valve, which occurs at a very fast rate. Rotational rates can go up to 90 degrees per second of rotation. This makes it easy to control the flow of material through the system as fast cycle time is achieved. 

3. Compact Size

Stemming from the integrated usage of an actuator while designing PVC electric ball valves, the application has a very small profile, as seen above. This enables them to fit into constrained areas within an application whenever its layout space is small. It also means that they can weigh relatively little compared to valves made from metal.

4. Low Torque Operation

Due to the evenly spherical top and bottom flanges of the valve, relatively little force needs to be applied in order to turn the valve. This makes it possible for small, cheap actuators to provide successful automation for the valve.

5. Flow Control 

With control as simple as rotating the ball only a partial turn, intermediate flow control is allowed. Another advantage which can be attributed to this variable positioning ability is the enhanced control of flow rate.

6. Remote Operation

The adjustable nature of the valve position through the actuator and the ability to automate the process allow PVC electric ball valves to be controlled remotely. Opening, closing, and throttling can occur through control from other switch locations or control systems.

7. Affordable Cost

PVC electric ball valves also cost very little initially because they have a moulded PVC body that is also shaped like a simple spherical ball. This makes automation cheaper than other methods, leading to the production of their food at far-throw rates.

Conclusion

Due to small leakage, high speed, flow rate control, and remote control, PVC electric ball valves are deemed good and the most appropriate flow control systems matching many industries’ requirements. Its moulded PVC construction is an ideal amalgamation of performance, chemistry and temperature endurances, light weighting and costs. Therefore, knowing these important benefits turns PVC electric ball valves into a valve technology worthy to be second looked at when selecting the best technology fit for a particular application.